Commodity Specialist

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Health Insurance

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Development

Job summary

Freudenberg‑NOK General Partnership in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Commodity Specialist to own commercial strategy and supplier management for metals-focused direct material commodities on site.

The role requires 5+ years in Purchasing or Supply Chain, with proven negotiation skills and ERP/MRP experience (SAP/QAD). You will develop market analyses, forecasts, and cost-saving strategies while collaborating with R&D and operations to meet business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, QAD, or similar, and familiarity with supplier portals.

Responsibilities

• Own commercial strategy and supplier management for assigned direct material commodities, with a focus on metals.
• Build and execute market analysis and commodity strategies, including supply base development and optimization.
• Develop raw material forecasts using complex datasets and feedstock market intelligence.
• Lead total cost management across the supply chain while aligning to divisional business objectives.
• Drive material risk mitigation strategies to address supply continuity, pricing volatility, and supplier performance.
• Negotiate and execute supplier agreements, including contracts and NDAs, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Partner cross‑functionally and globally with R&D, material technology, and operations to align sourcing with innovation and business needs.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Supplier management

Market analysis

SAP / ERP

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM / Eng / Business

Tools

SAP

QAD

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

We at Freudenberg‑NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg‑NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

Benefits

• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
• Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Location: Plymouth, MI

Employment Type: On‑site

Company: Freudenberg‑NOK General Partnership

Commodity Specialist

Responsibilities

• Own commercial strategy and supplier management for assigned direct material commodities, with a focus on metals.
• Build and execute market analysis and commodity strategies, including supply base development and optimization.
• Develop raw material forecasts using complex datasets and feedstock market intelligence.
• Lead total cost management across the supply chain while aligning to divisional business objectives.
• Drive material risk mitigation strategies to address supply continuity, pricing volatility, and supplier performance.
• Negotiate and execute supplier agreements, including contracts and NDAs, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Partner cross‑functionally and globally with R&D, material technology, and operations to align sourcing with innovation and business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management.
• Proven experience in commodity purchasing, preferably within automotive and metals.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence commercial outcomes.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving capability and ability to interpret market and cost drivers.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, QAD, or similar, and familiarity with supplier portals.
• Strong communication skills, executive presence, and a collaborative, high‑energy, team‑oriented approach.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.